New Dover Road-Canterbury-Kent,
Canterbury,
United Kingdom,
Kent
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Close to the cathedral
3.5
/5
Loved by guests
Clean room
Comfortable beds
Friendly staff
Tasty breakfast
"We had a fourth floor room (402) which was quiet with an excellent view of the cathedral."
Aitke23 from United Kingdom
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"It is very central - we walked into town in the evening - 10 mins max."
Lorraine
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"The food was fantastic, fresh, piping hot and plentiful."
mashwilliams from United Kingdom
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Premier Inn Canterbury City Centre - Family-friendly hotel near Canterbury Cathedral
Premier Inn Canterbury City Centre is located a 10-minute walk from Canterbury Cathedral and Canterbury Christ Church University. The hotel is 1.5 km from Canterbury West station, with Sturry and Bekesbourne stations a 10-minute drive away. Limited parking is available behind the hotel with 15 spaces, charged at £2.30 per hour between 7:30am and 9pm, with an overnight charge of £2 (9pm - 7:30am). The nearest car park, the 'Longport', is 50m away. The on-site Thyme Restaurant serves breakfast, evening meals, and light snacks. The property is 100 km from London City.
Additional perks of the hotel
Access to Canterbury's attractions including the cathedral, St Augustine's Abbey, and St Martin's Church
River Stour punting opportunities nearby
The Marlowe Theatre for entertainment
Canterbury Roman Museum (1 km), West Gate Towers (1.5 km), and Canterbury Castle (1.5 km)
St. Lawrence Ground (0.5 km) and The Canterbury Tales (1 km)
The Open golf event accessible within 30 minutes by car
Buses run every 8 minutes Monday-Friday and every 15 minutes Saturday-Sunday
Room Options
The hotel offers standard double rooms, twin rooms, and Premier Plus rooms. Room configurations vary, with twin rooms featuring either a double or kingsize bed plus a single sofa bed, or two single, two double, or two kingsize beds depending on availability. Accessible rooms provide more space, a double or kingsize bed between 480mm and 520mm in height, and wider entry bathrooms with a lowered bath or wet room. Room size varies based on the number of guests.
Other conveniences
En suite bathroom with hairdryer and large shower head
Free Wi-Fi in all rooms
Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
Tea and coffee making facilities
Iron and ironing board
King-size Hypnos beds
Freshly-updated bathrooms
Laundry service available
Must-do experiences
Visit the stunning Canterbury Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Explore the secret spots in Westgate Gardens for a peaceful stroll.
Savor a traditional pie at The Parrot, a local favorite eatery.
Discover the rich history at the Canterbury Roman Museum nearby.
Check out the Westgate Towers for panoramic views of the city.
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Facilities
This hotel provides premium amenities for a memorable and relaxed stay
General
Non-smoking rooms
Wi-Fi
Room features
Wi-Fi in rooms
Media
CD player
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Hotel Location
New Dover Road-Canterbury-Kent,
Canterbury,
United Kingdom,
Kent
Map view
New Dover Road-Canterbury-Kent,
Canterbury,
United Kingdom,
Kent
City landmarks
Church
Canterbury Cathedral
1.1
km
Landmark
St Augustine's Abbey
700 m
Museum
The Canterbury Tales
1.1
km
Park
West Gate Towers
1.5
km
Castle
Canterbury Castle
1.5
km
Museum
Canterbury Roman Museum
930 m
Gallery
Royal Museum and Art Gallery with Buffs Regimental Museum
1.1
km
Landmark
Westgate Gardens
1.6
km
Church
Catholic Church of St. Thomas of Canterbury
760 m
Landmark
Canterbury Heritage Museum
810 m
Art object
Statue of Geoffrey Chaucer
800 m
Landmark
Eastbridge Hospital
1.2
km
Mall
The King's Mile
810 m
Landmark
St. Lawrence Ground
750 m
Landmark
The Canterbury Labyrinth
690 m
Gallery
Lilford Gallery
740 m
Landmark
Christ Church Gate
950 m
Landmark
Conquest House Gallery
790 m
Museum
The Kent Museum of Freemasonry
1.5
km
Synagogue
Old Synagogue
870 m
Landmark
Canterbury City Walls
1.5
km
Church
St Mildred's Church
940 m
Square
The Buttermarket
640 m
Church
St Peter's Anglican Church
940 m
Gallery
Sidney Cooper Gallery
1.0
km
Shopping Area
Whitefriars Shopping Centre
1.1
km
Landmark
Greyfriars Chapel and Franciscan Gardens
1.4
km
Park
Dane John Gardens
1.2
km
Nearby
Church
St Martin's Church
410 m
Church
Parish Church of St Paul
560 m
Restaurants
Pizza Hut
910 m
Unit 7 Barton Business Park New Dover Road Unit 7
New Far East Chinese Takeaway
810 m
1 Edward Road
Waitrose Cafe
980 m
St GEORGE'S Place St. Georges Centre St George's Centre
Beretun Restaurant
1.2
km
New Dover Road
Phoebes
640 m
57 Ivy Lane
The Lounge Bar & Kitchen
180 m
41 Saint George's Place Christ Church Students' Union Saint George's Centre
Longport Cafe
610 m
9 Longport
The Lunchbox
340 m
63 Dover Street
Costa Coffee
250 m
Subway 43 St. Georges Place
The Phoenix
490 m
67 Old Dover Road
Explore Canterbury
Local Highlights
Top Attractions
Activities
Dining
Entertainment
Canterbury Cathedral
13 minutes' walk
Iconic UNESCO World Heritage site known for stunning architecture. Free admission on certain days.
St Augustine's Abbey
9 minutes' walk
Historic abbey with beautiful ruins and gardens. Perfect for history buffs.
Canterbury Roman Museum
12 minutes' walk
Displays Roman artifacts in a unique setting. Engaging for all ages.
West Gate Towers
18 minutes' walk
Impressive medieval gatehouse with a museum. Offers beautiful views of the city.
Stroll through Westgate Gardens
19 minutes' walk
Beautiful park ideal for relaxation and picnics, just a short stroll from the hotel.
Indoor Go-Karting at Kent
10-minute drive
Thrilling go-kart racing experience. Book in advance for weekend slots.
Yoga Classes at Local Studio
11 minutes' walk
Tranquil yoga sessions hosted nearby. Perfect for relaxation and wellness.
Phoebes
8 minutes' walk
Charming café serving brunch and artisanal coffee. Great vegetarian options available.
Beretun Restaurant
15 minutes' walk
Local restaurant offering exquisite dishes with a focus on seasonal ingredients.
New Far East Chinese Takeaway
10 minutes' walk
Popular takeaway serving a variety of Chinese dishes, great for a quick meal.
The Marlowe Theatre
15 minutes' walk
Vibrant venue for live performances and musicals. Family-friendly shows available.
The Venue
10 minutes' walk
Local bar with regular live music and themed nights. Perfect for nightlife enthusiasts.
Navigating city
City Centre
Canterbury10 min
·
800 m
Airports
London City Airport (LCY)144 min
·
95.5
km
London Southend Airport (SEN)170 min
·
113.3
km
Train
Canterbury East Train Station10 min
·
800 m
Canterbury WestTrain Station16 min
·
1.3
km
Bus
Bus stop2 min
·
100 m
Guest Reviews and Hotel Ratings
Honest Guest Feedback Based on Real Stays
Guest reviews
5.0/10
based on 5 reviews
David
United States,
October
2024
5.0/10
A bit of a mixed bag. Location was great, but there were a few unexpected hiccups.
Rooms
5.0
The room was generally okay, but it had a strange smell and we had to clean up a mess left by previous guests.
Service
5.0
Check-in was a little problematic, and there were issues with getting some items replaced.
Location
9.0
The location was excellent, right in the center of Canterbury.
Dining
5.0
N/A
Facilities
5.0
N/A
Tony
United States,
September
2024
8.0/10
Pretty decent stay, comfy bed! Would go back. Couple of minor issues, but nothing major.
Rooms
7.0
Room was clean, bed was comfy as advertised. Maybe the carpet could use an update, and I'm a bit of a clean freak so a little more attention to detail in the bathroom wouldn't hurt.
Service
5.0
N/A
Location
9.0
Convenient location in the City Centre
Dining
5.0
N/A
Facilities
5.0
N/A
William
United States,
September
2024
10.0/10
Clean, comfortable room. Friendly staff who were helpful with a medical request. Great location!
Rooms
9.0
The room was clean and comfortable, and the staff were very accommodating.
Service
10.0
Staff were super helpful, even putting a cool pack in the freezer for me!
Location
10.0
Close proximity to everything Canterbury has to offer!
Dining
5.0
N/A
Facilities
5.0
N/A
Peter
United States,
July
2024
5.0/10
Decent stay. Air con was a lifesaver, but some things let it down.
Rooms
5.0
Air conditioning was great, but there were some issues: no toilet paper upon arrival, a stained sheet, and only one bath towel provided despite two guests.
Service
5.0
Service was inconsistent; some staff were really nice but others seemed less focused on customer needs.
Location
7.0
The location was decent, reasonably close to the City centre.
Dining
5.0
Food service was slow, but the waiter was great and apologized for the delays.
Facilities
5.0
No hair dryer in the room.
Dean
United States,
April
2024
6.0/10
Had a great time exploring Canterbury, the hotel was a good base. The bed was super comfy!
Rooms
9.0
Clean bedding and towels. The Hypnos bed was amazing!
Service
6.0
Reception was a bit chaotic at times, but the staff were really nice overall.
Location
10.0
Perfect location, really close to the city center, easy to walk everywhere.
Dining
5.0
N/A
Facilities
5.0
N/A
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-23:59
Check-out
until 12 pm
Guest Parking
No parking available.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.